The chief guestsaid “Being aware of your thoughts as they arise and gently bringing your attention back to the present moment can help prevent the mind from wandering. Detachment, letting go of attachments to outcomes and focusing on the action itself, rather than the results, can free the mind from unnecessary stress and anxiety. Intellect and Self-Discipline, The Bhagavad Gita emphasizes using the intellect to guide the mind and cultivate self-discipline.